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oHello I am a GC working in an upscale area of southern CT. The architect has specified clear vertical grain western red cedar 1x8 T&G custom profile w/alklyd primer and…

I see that there are 21 gauge that uses nails with a head and 23 gauge that is headless. Is there a brand you prefer and is 21 gauge or…

Hi,I am looking for a Stanley 53 adjustable mouth spokeshave.  Does anyone know if this particular model was offered with a rounded sole?  I have only seen flat bottom soles.…

I have a belt sander that uses the 1x42 sanding belts.  I wonder if I can use it to sharpen carving gouges, lathe tools and kitchen knives.  I bought the…

This is something  I've always wanted to build since I sat in a beautiful cherry one in a hotel chair 20 years ago. I am finally getting around to it…

Does anyone have a threaded insert/furniture bolt they have found to be quality?Everything I find online these days, especially Amazon, is cheap chinesesium junk.....The last thing I want is something…

I'm looking to purchase a slab flattening mill/setup.  I've been using a homemade jig that has served me well, but am looking at purchased options.   Not interested in the Woodpeckers…

I'm mostly a hand tool guy but I've acquired an early 80's Delta Unisaw. It's wired for 220 but I don't have an outlet wired for that. Should I rewire…

I need to attach a piece of softwood (Norway spruce) onto a piece of hardwood (Hard Maple/Sugar Maple). I want it to be firm, and possible to disassemble/reassemble freely. I…

I am designing and building a hardwood coffee table, simple design, hardwood top, 3"x3" legs. My question is what is the best way to mount the legs. I was hoping…